Spring 2015 Walk-In Hours

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Monday, Thursday, and Friday

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday

Call 872-3774 for appointment to meet individually with a staff member for resume or LinkedIn profile reviews.
Resumes and cover letters may also be critiqued by email to careers@millersville.edu and will be returned in 5-7 business days.Please refer to the ELCM Job Search Guide for information on creating a cover letter and resume. During winter and summer sesssions, resume critiques are available by appointment only.

Resumes & Professional References

A resume is a marketing tool used to introduce and highlight your qualifications to employers. The purpose of the resume is not to land the job, rather, it is to help you obtain a job interview. Your resume needs to be:

Attractive and easily scanned by the eye

Error Free

Targeted to the position to which you are applying

Accurate: Misrepresenting yourself may lead to losing an offer or job

The most effective resumes are tailored to specific employers and positions. Be prepared to have three or four resumes targeted to specific types of positions and organizations. For more information on resumes and job search letters, please review our Job Search Guide.

References are people who can speak to your ability to do the work required for the position and who can also speak about your work ethic, technical/theoretical knowledge base and your ability to grow beyond the position for which you are currently applying.

Cover Letters

Cover letters are an essential part of your job search. When applying for position via mail, email, or an employer's job site, it is important that you include a cover letter. This document needs to be targeted to the position to which you are applying for and highlights your experiences as they relate to the position. Remember, you don't repeat what you already stated on your resume.